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Lake Sule

Boat Ramps
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Access Points
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Species
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Lake Sule is a 77-acre man-made lake located at the junction of I-39 and I-88 southeast of Rochelle in Ogle County, Illinois. Originally constructed as a borrow pit for overpass construction beginning in 1979, the lake was formed in January 1982 and dedicated as Lake Sule in the Lyle Kundy recreational area in 1996. This relatively shallow lake features a maximum depth of 15 feet with an average depth of 8.5 feet, maintaining a nearly rectangular shape with 1.4 miles of shoreline and no significant bays or indentations. The lake contains approximately 653.7 acre-feet of water and is managed by the Flagg-Rochelle Park District as a public fishing destination.


Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Lake Sule and what's needed to catch them.

Fish stocking schedule

Latest 5 stockings

  • Walleye X Sauger (saugeye)12,293 fish · 2.0 in2026
  • Muskellunge87 fish · Adults2026
  • Largemouth Bass3,854 fish · 2.0 in2026
  • Channel Catfish1,400 fish · 5.5 in2026
  • Walleye X Sauger (saugeye)12,243 fish · 2.0 in2025

Source

Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Sizes are the length the agency reports. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Sule. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Lake Sule

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Illinois licenses and regulations

Take Lake Sule with you

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